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Should imodium (loperamide) cure food poisoning symptoms after three days?

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Dr. Howard Hack answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

No: Imodium (loperamide) will not cure diarrhea. It should be used with caution as it can be dangerous with certain infections.

Answered 6/25/2014

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